Shashi Ruia, Essar group co-founder, dies at 81

Shashi Ruia Passed Away: Indian billionaire Shashi Ruia, co-founder of Essar Group, passed away at 80. Starting in 1969 with a construction contract, the Ruia brothers expanded Essar into diverse sectors like energy, steel, and telecom. Despite facing financial challenges later, Ruia held significant roles in national and international business forums, even joining the elite group, The Elders.